The MMO exists to contribute to the government’s vision of clean, healthy, safe, productive and biologically diverse oceans and seas. Established in 2010 as an Executive Non-Department Public Body (NDPB) and given powers under the Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009, we have a diverse set of responsibilities which ensure that our environment is protected and that marine activities are carried out in a sustainable way.

We are looking for a Director who brings the strategic leadership needed to implement and establish a portfolio management approach to embrace the transformational change ambitions that we have as an organisation. This approach will enable us to prepare successfully for the 2020s and navigate our way through any challenges that arise as a result of our exit from the EU. Driving forward the production of Marine Plans covering the waters around the coast of England is part of this vision, but it is the focus on delivering change and taking people with you that will be the key measure of success.

You will be able to point to a track record of leading large scale/system-wide transformational change within a dispersed organisation with a national remit and your stakeholder engagement and influencing skills will set you apart. Strong programme management skills will be essential, as will the ability to work as a part of a highly ambitious and professional senior leadership team. Sector background and technical specialism is less important than the leadership credentials that you can offer, however, transferability and the ability to establish credibility quickly both internally and externally will be of critical importance.

These are exciting times for us as an organisation and our sector more generally. There is a genuine opportunity to make an impact. If you find this attractive, we want to hear from you. More information on the role and how to apply can be found at www.gatenbysanderson.com/job/GSe35300 or click the Apply button